AI and data

Portfolio overview

Artificial intelligence (AI) and data are cross-cutting technologies, affecting many policy areas. AI and digital technologies have the potential to improve efficiency, drive innovation and enhance customer experience. However, there are also significant risks, hinging on ethical concerns and lack of evidence to build trust and encourage take-up.  

As reliance on AI and data grows, Europe faces significant challenges, in particular in sectors such as healthcare, energy and transport. This portfolio will look into innovative solutions to tackle these challenges, and will help contribute to an EU ecosystem of excellence and trust in AI and data.   

Objectives

Use evidence to support AI and data policies
Provide evidence-based, scientific and technical support for EU policies related to AI and data at different stages of the policy cycle. 
Contribute to AI and data science research
Research and innovate in the AI and data science domains, from an EU and policy perspective, acting as a bridge between the European Commission and the research community. 
Drive the effective use of AI and data at the JRC
Develop research infrastructures, platforms and relevant datasets and models, upskill the JRC scientific community and foster innovation, collaboration and governance in AI and data.